St. Olaf College Softball
St. Olaf College (OLAF) · Northfield, Minnesota · Private nonprofit university
St. Olaf College Softball coaches
Coaches at St. Olaf College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where St. Olaf College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.stolaf.edu
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
St. Olaf College in Northfield.
- Location
- Northfield, Minnesota
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wp.stolaf
About St. Olaf College Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kayla Hatting, the Head Softball Coach, leads the St. Olaf College Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. St. Olaf College (OLAF) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. St. Olaf College is a private school in Northfield, Minnesota with 3,124 undergraduates, a 48% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by St. Olaf College Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kayla Hatting, the Head Softball Coach and Anne Fossum, the Assistant Softball Coach. St. Olaf College has 5 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Kayla can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at St. Olaf College typically score 1300–1470 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the St. Olaf College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Kayla Hatting at St. Olaf College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach KaylaHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →St. Olaf College Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is St. Olaf College D3?
Yes. St. Olaf College competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Is St. Olaf College public or private?
St. Olaf College is a private nonprofit school in Northfield, Minnesota.
What conference is St. Olaf College Softball in?
The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Does St. Olaf College offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does St. Olaf College Softball have?
5 coaches, led by Kayla Hatting, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of St. Olaf College Softball?
Kayla Hatting is the Head Softball Coach.
When can St. Olaf College Softball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to St. Olaf College Softball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does St. Olaf College cost?
In-state tuition is $59,760 and out-of-state tuition is $59,760 a year.
What is the St. Olaf College acceptance rate?
48% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for St. Olaf College?
Admitted students typically score 1300–1470 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the St. Olaf College Softball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
